What is the difference between sublimation transfers and DTF transfers?

Sublimation transfers bond permanently into polyester or sublimation coated surfaces leaving no texture — ideal for mugs, tumblers, and coated hard goods on white or light coloured blanks only. DTF transfers work on fabric in any colour including cotton, polyester, and blends on dark or light garments. UV DTF transfers are for hard surfaces such as phone cases, wood, and glass with no heat required. Browse the full range at mugsie.com.

What file format should I upload for a sublimation transfer?

PNG or PDF at 300dpi gives the best results. Make sure your design is sized correctly for your blank before uploading. Use our free Size Chart and Print Guide at mugsie.com/products/sublimation-mug-size-chart-print-guide for reference on common item sizes including mugs, tumblers, and mousepads.

Is there a minimum order quantity for sublimation transfers by size?

No minimum — order as few as 1 transfer in any size. Perfect for testing a new design or fulfilling a single custom order. Volume pricing is available for larger quantities.

Custom Sublimation Transfers by Size | Upload Your Design

Name: 9.7in x 8.93in Custom Sublimation Transfers by Size | Upload Your Design | Ready to Press
Price: 2.23 USD
Availability: InStock

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IMPORTANT

Sublimation transfers only work on 100% polyester fabric and sublimation coated products (mugs, tumblers, mousepads, coasters). They will not work on cotton, dark colours, or uncoated surfaces.

Sublimation Transfer: Quick Application Steps

Step 1: Prep and Clean Your Blank

Wipe the surface of your substrate (mug, tumbler, coaster) with a lint-free cloth and rubbing alcohol to remove oils or dust. For polyester apparel, use a lint roller. Any trapped debris will permanently ruin the ink gas transfer.

Step 2: Position the Mirrored Print

Place your sublimation transfer page face down against the prepared surface. Note: The transfer is printed in reverse/mirrored image format; it will cure correctly once pressed.

Step 3: Secure with Heat Tape

Use heat-resistant tape to tightly wrap and lock the paper flat against the surface. Crucial: Any shifting, loose paper, or air pockets will cause "ghosting," blurred edges, or faded patches.

Step 4: Apply Heat and Heavy Pressure

Place the secured blank into your dedicated mug press, tumbler press, or flat heat press.

Standard Baseline Settings: 385°F to 400°F ($195^\circ\text{C}$ to $205^\circ\text{C}$) for 45 to 60 seconds (apparel/flat blanks) or 4 to 5 minutes (tumblers in a convection oven). Apply firm, maximum pressure.

Step 5: Hot Peel Instantly

Once the timer ends, immediately remove the blank using heat-resistant gloves. Quickly peel the sublimation paper away from the object in one smooth motion. Letting the paper sit on a hot cooling blank can cause secondary bleeding.

Pro Tips for Technical Precision:

The Secondary Seal (Apparel): For polyester shirts, use a sheet of blowout paper or Teflon on top, and always run a quick 2-3 second repress to lock the ink fibers flat.
Prevent Ink Bleed: Always place a blank sheet of butcher paper inside shirts or around tumblers to prevent gas ink from bleeding onto your press heating elements.
Substrates Only: Sublimation ink will completely fail on 100% cotton or uncoated store-bought glass/ceramic. The object must have a poly-sublimation factory coating.

Need More Help?

For detailed time/temperature charts, advanced substrate profiles, and professional production techniques, check out our Complete Sublimation Printing Master Guide.

Ready to scale your production? Our high-efficiency Wide-Format Sublimation Gang Sheets let you layout multiple custom designs side-by-side across our 22-inch industrial print rolls for maximum margin efficiency!

SIMPLE SHIPPING RATES

Order	Delivery Service	Cost	Estimated Delivery Time
Over $25	Standard Shipping	FREE	3-5 Business Days
Under $25	Standard Shipping	$6.50	3-5 Business Days

SHIPPING POLICY: 100% of orders are shipped within one business day. Orders placed over the weekend are dispatched on Mondays. Please note, we are currently only able to ship within the United States or to US territories. Learn more about our shipping policy here.

DELAYED OR LOST ORDERS: A parcel is considered lost after it has been in the postal system for a period of 15 business days for US orders. We cannot take responsibility for delays caused by the courier. Although orders normally take much less than that, we are unable to dispatch a replacement until this period of time has elapsed. For more help, visit our support page.

WRONG OR INCOMPLETE ADDRESS: If your package is returned to us due to an incorrect or incomplete address, you must pay all delivery cost to re-deliver your order to a corrected address. We are not responsible for the loss of your order if the address provided at checkout is incomplete or incorrect. For more tips, check our FAQ.

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⚠️ Transfer Only — Blank Not Included. Sublimation only works on white or light coloured polyester and sublimation coated surfaces.

Need a sublimation transfer in a specific size? Simply upload your design, choose your dimensions, and we handle the rest. Printed in the USA and dispatched within 24 hours — no minimums, no setup fees.

Perfect for mugs, tumblers, mousepads, phone cases, coasters, zip pouches, laptop sleeves, water bottles, and any sublimation coated blank. If it's white polyester or sublimation coated — we can print a transfer for it.

How It Works

Upload your design — PNG or PDF at 300dpi
Enter your dimensions — width and height in inches
We print and dispatch within 24 hours — from our Agoura Hills, California facility
Apply to your blank — using a heat press, mug press, or convection oven at the correct time and temperature for your specific item
Peel and enjoy — vibrant, permanently bonded, full colour results

What Can I Sublimate?

Sublimation transfers work on any white or light coloured surface that is either 100% polyester or has a sublimation coating. Popular items include:

Item	Compatible?	Requirement	Application Method
Mugs	✅ Yes	Sublimation coated white mug	Mug press
Tumblers	✅ Yes	White sublimation coated tumbler	Tumbler press or oven
Mousepads	✅ Yes	Polyester surface mousepad blank	Flat heat press
Zip Pouches	✅ Yes	100% polyester canvas pouch	Flat heat press
Coasters	✅ Yes	White sublimation coated surface	Flat heat press
Laptop Sleeves	✅ Yes	100% polyester sleeve blank	Flat heat press
Water Bottles	✅ Yes	White sublimation coated bottle only	Tumbler press or oven
Pet Tags	✅ Yes	White sublimation coated tag blank	Flat heat press
Cotton fabric	❌ No	Use DTF transfers instead	Shop DTF by Size
Dark coloured items	❌ No	Use DTF or UV DTF instead	Shop UV DTF

Free Resources

Size-Specific Sublimation Transfers

Need a transfer pre-sized for a specific item? We have dedicated products for the most popular formats:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a sublimation transfer by size?

A sublimation transfer by size lets you upload any design and specify the exact dimensions you need — rather than ordering a pre-sized transfer for a specific item. You enter the width and height and we print your transfer to those exact dimensions. Ideal for unusual blank sizes or when you need a transfer for an item not listed in our specific product range.

What surfaces can I use sublimation transfers on?

Sublimation transfers work on any white or light coloured surface that is 100% polyester or has a sublimation coating. This includes mugs, tumblers, mousepads, coasters, zip pouches, laptop sleeves, phone cases, water bottles, and pet tags. Sublimation does not work on cotton fabric or dark coloured items.

What is the difference between sublimation and DTF transfers?

Sublimation transfers bond permanently into polyester or sublimation coated surfaces leaving no texture — ideal for mugs, tumblers, and coated hard goods. DTF transfers work on fabric in any colour including cotton and dark garments. For t-shirts, hoodies, or hats use our DTF transfers. For hard surfaces without sublimation coating use our UV DTF transfers.

What file format should I upload?

PNG or PDF at 300dpi gives the best results. Make sure your design is sized correctly for your blank — use our free Size Chart and Print Guide for reference on common item sizes.

How quickly will my order be dispatched?

All orders are printed in the USA and dispatched within 24 hours of ordering from our facility in Agoura Hills, California. No overseas production — no delays.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

No minimum — order as few as 1 transfer in any size. Volume pricing is available for larger quantities.

Will sublimation work on dark coloured items?

No — sublimation ink is transparent and the colour of the blank shows through the design. It only works correctly on white or very light coloured blanks. For dark coloured hard surfaces use our UV DTF transfers. For dark fabric use our DTF transfers.

I am new to sublimation — where do I start?

Start with our free How to Sublimate guide and our Time and Temperature Chart. For troubleshooting visit our Troubleshooting Guide. Mugsie Academy has free guides and tutorials covering everything you need to get started.